Story at-a-glance Doctors thrive in states with low taxes, strong asset protection, and a business-friendly environment.Texas and Florida stand out with no state income tax and strong legal protections for personal assets.Mississippi offers low cost of living and cheap malpractice insurance,
The Role of Disability Insurance in a “Portfolio Pyramid”
Story at-a-glance Disability insurance belongs at the base of your financial pyramid—it protects everything else above it.Without it, your income stops, and so does funding your 401(k), college savings, or investment goals.1 in 4 doctors will face a disability in their career—more likely than
Five Ways To Save on Disability Premiums
Story at-a-glance Disability insurance is a must for physicians—your career is worth millions and needs protection.There are smart ways to save on premiums—without sacrificing coverage.Group discounts (3+ people) and association membership can cut rates by 10–15% or more.Eliminating optional
Doctors Need Income Protection
Story at-a-glance Physicians are far more likely to become disabled than to die—making disability insurance a greater financial necessity than life insurance in early and mid-career.1 in 3 workers will be out of work for 3+ months due to disability; 1 in 7 for 5+ years—yet most physicians are
Show Me The Money: Physician Compensation Map Shows Doctors Where Pay is Highest (And Lowest)
Story at-a-glance Doximity’s Career Navigator app gives physicians anonymous access to real salary data by specialty and location.Rural doctors earn more than urban doctors on average—$1,500 more annually, plus lower cost of living.Private practice pays better than government or academic
The 5 Rules of Debt, and 6 Financial Mistakes New Doctors Make
Story at-a-glance Medical school debt is an investment, not a burden—your education fuels a career worth millions in lifetime earnings.Consumer debt, not student loans, is the real financial threat—especially when trying to fast-track a “doctor lifestyle.”Follow the 5 Rules of Debt: only
End Of Year Financial Moves for Doctors (And Those Who Soon Will Be Doctors)
Story at-a-glance Claiming a capital loss lets you deduct up to $3,000/year against ordinary income, reducing your taxable income immediately.Unused losses can carry forward, helping you reduce taxes on future gains—or offset income again in years ahead.Reinvesting the proceeds from your loss
What Does It Take to Get a Federally-Guaranteed Student Loan Discharged for Disability?
Story at-a-glance Federal student loans are nearly impossible to discharge—even bankruptcy usually doesn’t apply.Disability discharge is possible, but only under severe and permanent conditions with proof you can’t work in any job.The bar is high: You must show a long-term or terminal